Traffic accident in Patras: Pedestrian struck on the New National Road
A serious traffic accident occurred on Thursday evening in the city of Patras, when a pedestrian was struck by a passing vehicle. The incident took place on the New National Road, prompting the immediate mobilization of local authorities.
Immediately following the collision, an EKAB ambulance arrived at the scene and collected the injured person. The pedestrian was rushed to the nearest hospital to receive first aid and undergo the necessary medical examinations.
Police authorities also arrived at the scene of the accident to regulate traffic and begin an investigation into the circumstances under which the incident occurred. Traffic at that specific point of the national road was temporarily interrupted to facilitate the work of the rescue teams.
Authorities remind drivers and pedestrians to be particularly careful during their travels, especially during evening hours, as visibility is limited. The investigation into the exact causes of the accident is ongoing by the competent Traffic Department.